Digital Life

Wael Ghonim: Creating A 'Revolution 2.0' In Egypt

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:24:00 -0500

The protests that led to the Egyptian revolution last year were organized in part by Wael Ghonim, who used an anonymous Facebook page to coordinate the demonstrations. In his new book, Ghonim explains how social media helped transform his country.

Redefining The Grieving Process In The Digital Age

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:00:00 -0500

After a loved one dies, it's becoming more common to offer and receive condolences through a Facebook post or an email. New York Times contributor Bruce Feiler discusses the new customs that are evolving to guide the grieving process in the digital age.

Facebook: Lots Of Friends, But Stock Offering Has Risks

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:41:00 -0500

Roughly half of Facebook's users check in on smartphones and other mobile devices every month, but so far the company isn't making money on mobile. That's one of the potential pitfalls for the company as it prepares to sell its stock to the public.

A Pulpit For The Masses: YouTube, Christians Click

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:42:00 -0500

Many have turned to YouTube to express their views about the message of Jesus. At least one has reached biblical proportions. With more than 18 million views, "Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus" has become a sensation.

Chinese Labor Practices Sour Apple Consumers

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:15:00 -0500

Apple products' manufacturers have been accused of exposing workers to toxic chemicals, hiring the underage, and improperly disposing of waste. Host Michel Martin talks with C-Net Editor Rafe Needleman about whether it's possible to make an ethical smartphone.

Social Media Acts As Catalyst For Policy Change

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0500

Websites like Facebook and Twitter played an integral role in last year's Arab Spring uprisings. But they've also brought about change right here at home. Audie Cornish talks to Clay Shirky, a professor of New Media at New York University, about how social media has fueled policy changes from Bank of America to Verizon, and the most recent backlash with the breast cancer charity Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

No App For That? Siri's Scottish Problem

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:00:00 -0500

In Scotland, Apple's latest iPhone update isn't the smashing success it has been elsewhere. That's because Siri, the voice-controlled personal assistant, can't understand a word they're saying. NPR's Guy Raz puts Siri to the test with brogue-carrier Neil McIntosh.

How Did That Ad Make You Feel? Ask A Computer

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:47:00 -0500

Rosalind Picard specializes in something called affective computing. She designs technology that can measure and communicate human emotion. Her work started with autistic children, and from there, she moved on to using computers to assess people's emotional connections to brands.

Facebook's Early Investors May Have Much To Like

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:16:00 -0500

An IPO filing provides a window into wealth. In the case of Facebook, the wealth will likely be enormous and spread across hundreds if not thousands of early investors and employees. The number of millionaires and billionaires in Silicon Valley grew noticeably Wednesday.

Soon Facebook Growth Will Be About Users Clocking In More Time

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:22:00 -0500

As the number of new Facebook users plateaus, the company will have to find ways to draw individual users in for longer periods of time if it hopes to keep ad profits growing.

Changes In Store For Tech Giants And You

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500

Facebook just filed for its initial public offering and the company is rolling out it's new platform for all users. Also, Google announced it would overhaul its privacy policy. Host Michel Martin speaks with Cecilia Kang of The Washington Post about what all of this means for profitability and privacy in the online world.

Will Facebook's Shares Be Worth The Price?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:00:00 -0500

Facebook's IPO could value the company at up to $100 billion. That would make it a very expensive stock for a company whose earnings are strong but not stratospheric. Investors who take the plunge will be making a wager that Facebook can capture a very large share of the advertising market.

Zynga CEO Wants To Bring Playtime To The Masses

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:01:00 -0500

Mark Pincus' company is the maker of FarmVille and other games played on Facebook. He's worth $1.3 billion, and he may see that number grow if he meets his goal: to expand the universe of digital game players from sci-fi geeks to soccer moms and their kids.

Steve Jobs Listened To Vinyl At Home, Neil Young Says

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:10:00 -0500

That's not a slam at digital music, the rock 'n' roll legend says. It's a recognition that current formats don't match vinyl's sound. He and Jobs were talking about a new player to give music lovers back the sound they used to get.

Silicon Valley Coalition Faces New Challenge

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:00:00 -0500

Internet companies and activists showed their growing clout by all but killing two copyright bills that big media websites had pushed. Now, the same players who stopped SOPA and PIPA are trying to work together to further protect their interests. They're finding that may be easier said than done.

Comments (0) - Read and Add your own Comments